Celebrating Indian Coast Guard Day: The Multi-Mission Organization

Every year on February 1, the Indian Coast Guard Day is celebrated to commemorate the important role that the Indian Coast Guard plays in the security of the nation. The Indian Coast Guard is the fourth largest coast guard in the world and is responsible for protecting the artificial islands, saving fishermen, and monitoring the maritime borders of the country. The Indian Coast Guard’s role includes protecting the fishermen from distress situations while at sea, preventing marine pollution, and assisting in anti-smuggling operations. The Indian Coast Guard Day was first enacted by the Parliament of India on August 18, 1978, but the organization was officially established on February 1, 1977, with seven ships for surveillance. The significance of the Indian Coast Guard lies in its protection of the coastal zones of the country from illegal activities and in its protection of the nation’s shores, safeguarding lives and property, and protecting the sea lanes that are so critical to the economy. The Indian Coast Guard is also responsible for making sure that the fishermen are aware of the international borders so that they do not cross them unknowingly. The Indian Coast Guard Day is an occasion to recognize and celebrate the brave men and women who dedicate their lives to keeping the nation safe and secure. It is a day to pay tribute to their courage and commitment to the cause of national security.

A Brilliant Idea of Adidas to Turn Plastic Ocean Waste Into Sportswear

Our oceans are getting adversely affected by marine pollution so much that it is predicted in 30 years, there will be more plastic in our oceans than fish. Acting on these warnings, multinational corporation Adidas decided to do their best to reduce the plastic pollution in oceans. Microplastics are consumed by small fishes which in turn are eaten by bigger fishes that are consumed by humans. They are harmful to both humans and marine life. Adidas has partnered with environmental organization Parley to turn marine pollution into sportswear and they have met with huge success. Before the plastic reaches the oceans, Parley and its partners collect trash from the coastal areas like the Maldives. The waste is sorted and segregated and the plastic thus recovered is sent to the Adidas processing plant. Here, the plastic is crushed, washed and dehydrated to form plastic flakes. The flakes are heated, dried and cooled to form pellets which are then melted to form filaments that are spun into what they call ocean plastic, a form of polyester yarn. The recycled plastic uses less water and fewer chemicals than normal polyester and helps prevent plastic pollution. It is used by Adidas to form upper parts of shoes and clothing like jerseys. They easily conform to the performance and comfort standards of Adidas’ other shoes. At present, 40 per cent of apparels of Adidas are made out of recycled plastic. It is made with such intricacy and design that one fails to notice it. Adidas is also in the process of making 100 per cent recyclable shoe called Futurecraft Loop which is expected to hit the markets in 2021. By using the already available materials to produce its commodities and reducing ocean plastic waste, Adidas has taken a major step towards a sustainable environment.